Chris Heider

Business Development Manager

Longboard Arch Prod

Chris Heider specializes in exterior cladding and architectural design solutions across the Northeastern U.S. With a strong background in architecture and technical sales with a passion for elevating façade aesthetics, Chris partners with architects and builders to deliver sustainable aluminum systems that meet modern design and performance standards. He brings a hands-on approach to design-assist and project collaboration, helping clients navigate specifications and execution with confidence.

Chris Giovannielli

Global Director of Product Management

Kawneer

Chris Giovannielli is Director of Global Product Management for Kawneer, where he has been a leading contributor for more than 25 years. Chris directs product development, positioning and launch strategies across global markets with an emphasis on education and sustainability. His deep expertise on the benefit of Kawneer’s products in the educational setting and how they tie to sustainability in people’s daily lives is highly valued in the industry. He has been featured in Metropolis and Green Building and Design, and recently was the member spotlight for the Air Barrier Association of America. Chris earned his Executive MBA from University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business in 2021. (13) Christopher Giovannielli | LinkedIn

Chris Perkins

Facade & Curtain Wall Specialist – Eastern US & Canada

Specified Technologies Inc

Chris has over 14 years of real-world experience working closely with inspectors, glazing contractors, and specialty firestop contractors throughout DC and N VA developing a solid reputation as a technical resource for perimeter fire containment solutions on a wide range of projects types including CLT Mass Timber.

Prior to his role as Façade and Curtain Wall Specialist for the Eastern US and Canada, Chris was the Territory Manager for DC, MD, and VA.